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Ministry of Commerce & Industry
16th Session of the Joint Ministerial Commission between India and Australia
- India and Australia agree to enhancing bilateral trade and investment through revival of the bilateral CECA negotiations, and harmonise standards and regulations on important products;
- Work on market access issues in both directions to increase trade;
- Work on mutual recognition of educational qualifications of the two countries;
- Continue collaboration to encourage increased direct flights between Australia and India.
The 16th Session of the Joint Ministerial Commission  between India and Australia was convened in New Delhi on 24th February 2020. The Session was co-chaired by ShriPiyushGoyal, Minister of Railways and Commerce & Industry, Government of India and Hon. Senator Simon Birmingham, Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment, Government of Australia.
The session was attended by officials from Departments of Commerce, Revenue, Agriculture, Fisheries, Department of Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade  and Ministry of External Affairs on the Indian side. The delegation from Australia included officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Austrade, Export Finance Australia and Australian High Commission.
The two sides acknowledged the considerable growth in the India-Australia economic relationship in strategic, trade and people-to-people links since the last Joint Ministerial Commission in June 2018.
Both sides welcomed efforts to elevate the bilateral economic relationship. They agreed to consider reviving the negotiations on the bilateral Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement . They also agreed to take forward the issue of harmonising standards and regulatory barriers for products of interest to both sides, in parallel.
On two-way investment, both sides noted the visits by three delegations of Australian superannuation funds over the previous year. They agreed to continue to work together to foster awareness of the opportunities in India among Australian investors.
Both sides reflected on the important role the private sector played in building the bilateral economic relationship. India welcomed the Australia-India Business Exchange program, including the delegation of over 100 Australian businesses accompanying Minister Birmingham to India. The business delegation is exploring opportunities in education, food and health and beauty, resources, and infrastructure.
India raised the issue of taxing of off-shore income of Indian firms through the use of India-Australia Double Tax Avoidance Agreement  and sought early resolution of the issue. Both sides agreed to intensify discussions.
PIB Headquarters
International Women’s Day Celebrated at CMFRI
International Women’s Day was celebrated at the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute  on Saturday. Anuvinda Anil, an MBBS student who donated her liver to her father, was the chief guest at the function. A single girl child, she shared her inspiring story from her life and made a presentation on organ donation.
The programme was organised by the Women Cell at the CMFRI. Dr Sunil Mohamed, Principal Scientist and Head of Molluscan Fisheries Division of CMFRI presided over the function. Dr Miriam Paul Sreeram and Dr Sandhya Sukumaran also spoke on the occasion.
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Special Service and Features
Union Minister reviews Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited
Union Minister for Coal, Mines and Parliamentary affairs Pralhad Joshi undertook a review of the Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited.
Union Minister reviewed Mine One and Two of the Neyveli Lignite Corporation India Limited. After reviewing the environment park at Mine One he also planted tree saplings. The minister undertook a boat ride for the review. Moreover in a bid to enhance the quality of the soil he enquired about the activities in the animal husbandry sector
Later the Minister undertook a review of Mine Two. NLC chief Sri.Rakesh Kumar, directors and officials of organisation accompanied the Minister. Union Minister also reviewed the thermal power plant in the evening.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister to inaugurate six mega projects in Uttarakhand under Namami Gange
To launch a Book titled “Rowing Down the Ganges”
- To inaugurate a Ganga Avalokan, a first of its kind museum on Ganga
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi shall inaugurate six mega projects in Uttarakhand under the Namami Gange Mission, at 11 AM on 29th September 2020 through video conference.
The projects include construction of a 68 MLD STP, upgradation of the existing 27 MLD at Jagjeetpur, in Haridwar and construction of an 18 MLD STP at Sarai, in Haridwar. The inauguration of 68 MLD Jagjeetpur project also marks completion of the first sewerage project taken up on hybrid annuity mode of PPP.
In Rishikesh, a 26 MLD STP at Lakkadghat shall be inaugurated.
The Haridwar-Rishikesh zone contributes about 80% waste water load into the River Ganga. Hence, inauguration of these STPs will play a significant role in keeping the River Ganga clean.
In Muni ki Reti town, the 7.5 MLD STP in Chandreshwar Nagar will be the first 4 storied Sewage Treatment Plant in the country where the limitation of land availability was converted into an opportunity. The STP was constructed in less than 900 SQM area which is about 30% of the usual area requirement for STPs of such capacity.
The Prime Minister shall also inaugurate a 5 MLD STP at Chorpani, and two STPs with capacities of 1 MLD and 0.01 MLD at Badrinath.
In all 30 projects  are now complete in Uttarakhand for taking care of pollution from 17 Ganga towns near river Ganga, which is a landmark achievement.
The Prime Minister will also inaugurate “Ganga Avalokan”, the first museum on Ganga dedicated to showcase the culture, biodiversity and rejuvenation activities done in Ganga river. The museum is located at Chandi Ghat, Haridwar.
A book, ‘Rowing down the Ganges’, co-published by National Mission for Clean Ganga & Wildlife Institute of India will be launched at the event. This colourful book is an attempt to merge the biodiversity and culture of the Ganga River. It conceptualizes the story of the Ganga as what one would see when one rows down from Gaumukh, its origin, to Ganga Sagar, the last point before entering the sea.
The logo of Jal Jeevan Mission and ‘Margdarshika for Gram Panchayats and Paani Samitis under Jal Jeevan Mission’ will also be unveiled by Prime Minister.
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Ministry of Defence
Vice President Formally Inaugurates DGNCC RD Camp 2019
Vice President Shri Venkaiah Naidu formally inaugurated National Cadet Corps  Republic Day Camp 2019 at Delhi Cantt here today. Speaking on the occasion, the Vice Preident complimented the efforts of NCC, in grooming the youth of the country and its contribution towards ‘Nation Building’.
Shri Naidu also mentioned that NCC is, and would be at the vanguard of all activities of channelising our youth into a creative force to usher in social changes through a wide spectrum of activities. He appreciated the impressive turnout of the ‘Guard of Honour’ and urged the NCC cadets to make the most of the NCC training and be responsible and empowered citizens of the country.
A contingent of smartly turned out NCC cadets drawn from all the three wings of the Army, Navy and Air Force, presented a ‘Guard of Honour’ to the Vice President on his arrival. This was followed by a Band display by Government High School Mizoram and Sainik School Kapurthala, which was fully appreciated by the audience.
The Vice President was received by the Director General, National Cadet Corps  Lt Gen P P Malhotra at the venue. A total of 2,070 Cadets including 698 girl cadets drawn from 29 States and seven Union Territories are participating in this Camp, which would be culminated with the Prime Minister’s Rally on January 28, 2019. The cadets attending the Camp will be participating in a number of activities, like cultural programmes, national integration awareness and institutional training competitions.
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Ministry of Tourism
Tourism Sector contributes around 15% in total employment of the country as per 3rd Tourism Satellite Account  for the years 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20
Key Highlights:
- Tourism Sector Contributes approx. 15% in overall employment of the country: 3rd TSA
- Approx 228 million jobs  due to tourism
The Ministry of Tourism under its Swadesh Darshan scheme has sanctioned 76 projects under identified themes which includes 2 projects under Rural Theme. Identification, Promotion and Development of Tourism is primarily the responsibility of the State Government.
As per estimation in accordance with 3rd Tourism Satellite Account  for subsequent years namely 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20, the contribution of Tourism in total employment of the country is as under:
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2017-18
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2018-19
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2019-20
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Share in Jobs 
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14.78
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14.78
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15.34
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Direct 
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6.44
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6.48
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6.69
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Indirect 
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8.34
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8.39
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8.65
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Direct + Indirect jobs due to tourism 
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72.69
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75.85
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79.86
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Note: The above estimates have been updated using National Account Statistics  2021, Periodic Labour Force Survey  2018-19.
The Ministry of Tourism undertakes holistic promotions of various Tourism Destinations including those located in backward areas. The various activities undertaken includes release of campaigns in domestic and international markets, promotion through tourism related events, participation in trade shows, webinars, support to tour operators & other stakeholders etc.
This information was given by Minister of Tourism Shri G. Kishan Reddy in reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves signing of an MoU between India and Sierra Leone on cooperation in the field of sharing successful Digital Solutions implemented at Population Scale for Digital Transformation
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Hon'ble Prime Minister approves the signing of Memorandum of Understanding  on 12th of June 2023 between the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology of the Republic of India and the Ministry of Information and Communications of the Republic of Sierra Leone on Cooperation in the field of sharing successful Digital Solutions implemented at Population Scale for Digital Transformation.
The MoU intends to promote closer cooperation and exchange of experiences and digital technologies-based solutions  in the implementation of digital transformational initiatives of both the country. MoU envisages improved collaboration leading to employment opportunities in the field of IT.
The MoU shall come into effect from the date of signature of the Parties and shall be remain in force for a period of 3 years.
Both G2G and B2B bilateral Cooperation in the field of Digital Public Infrastructure  will be enhanced. The activities contemplated in this MoU would be financed through their administration’s regular operating allocations.
MeitY is collaborating with a number of countries and multilateral agencies for fostering bilateral and multilateral cooperation in the ICT domain. Over the period, MeitY has entered into MoUs/MoCs/Agreements with its counterpart organizations/ agencies from various countries to promote cooperation and exchange of information in the ICT domain. This is in consonance with the various initiatives taken by Government of India such as Digital India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, Make in India etc. to transform the country into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy. In this changing paradigm, there is an imminent need for exploring business opportunities, sharing of best practices and attracting investments in the digital sector with the objective of enhancing mutual cooperation.
Over the last few years, India has demonstrated its leadership in implementation of Digital Public Infrastructure  and has successfully provided delivery of services to public even during COVID pandemic. As a result, many countries have evinced interest in learning from India’s experiences and entering into MoUs with India for learning from India’s experiences.
India Stack Solutions are DPls developed & implemented by India at population scale to provide access & delivery of public services It aims to provide meaningful connectivity, promote digital inclusion, and enable seamless access to public services. These are built on open technologies, are interoperable and are designed to harness industry and community participation which foster innovation. However, each country has unique needs and challenges in building DPI, although the basic functionality is similar, allowing for global cooperation.
Ministry of Culture
President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind to inaugurate the Dhamma Chakra Day celebrations on Asadha Purnima tomorrow
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi to address at the ceremony through video message
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind will inaugurate the Asadha Poornima celebrations being observed as Dhamma Chakra Day , from Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi tomorrow. The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi will give a special address through video on the occasion. The special message of President of Mongolia, H.E. Khaltmaagiin Batulga will be read out by Ambassador of Mongolia to India H.E Mr. Gonching Ganboid at tomorrows event at Rashtrapati Bhawan.
The Dhamma Chakra Day celebrations are being organized by the International Buddhist Confederation  in partnership with Ministry of Culture, Government of India. This follows a very successful hosting of Virtual Vesak and Global Prayer Week from May 7- 16, 2020 by IBC and Ministry of Culture.
The Minister of Culture  Shri Prahlad Singh Patel and Minister of State for Minority Affairs, Shri Kiren Rijiju will also address the opening ceremony.
Rest of the days events will be streamed from Mulagandha Kuti Vihara, Sarnath and Mahabodhi Temple, Bodh Gaya in association with Mahabodhi Society of India and Bodh Gaya Temple Management Committee.Live streaming of the event can be watched at https://youtu.be/B5a2n1iX0M8
Royalties, Supreme heads of the Buddhist Sanghas and Eminent Masters and Scholars from around the world and IBC chapters, member organizations are participating.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Nehru Yuva Kendra organised Fit India freedom Run at South Kolkata
Kolkata, 19th September, 2021
On the occasion of 75 years of India's Independence, Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav is being celebrated across India. Nehru Yuva Kendra, South Kolkata celebrated Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav by organising various cultural events and District level Fit India freedom Run 2.0 on 18th September, 2021. The major objective was to promote fitness among Individuals and encourage communities to adopt a healthy & fit lifestyle. For the last one and half year the pandemic has tought us the importance of fitness in our lives and this event was a step forward in achieving the goal. Also, reaching out to the communities was a major focus and hence, from 13th August 2021 Nehru Yuva Kendra has taken up Fit India freedom run at different municipal wards of South Kolkata. Their plan is to cover a minimum of 75 municipal wards by 2nd October, 2021. Nyk South Kolkata organised Fit India freedom run 2.0 today as a part of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav 2021.
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Photo Caption : Participants at Fit India freedom run organised by Nehru Yuva Kendra, South Kolkata
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Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Major Ports Register Positive Growth of 4.13% during April to July, 2018 Vis-A-Vis the same period last year
The major ports in India have recorded a growth of 4.13% and together handled 231.48 Million Tonnes of cargo during the period April to July, 2018 as against 222.29 Million Tonnes handled during the corresponding period of previous year. During this period nine Major Ports - Kolkata , Paradip, Visakhapatnam, Kamarajar, Chennai, Cochin, New Mangalore, JNPT and Deendayal have registered positive growth in traffic.
Cargo traffic handled at Major Ports:
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The highest growth was registered by Kamarajar Port , followed by Cochin , Paradip , New Mangalore  and Kolkata [inc. Haldia] 
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Kamarajar Port growth was mainly due to increase in Other Liquids by 20%, Other Misc. Cargo by 13.30%, POL by 11.30%. and Thermal & Steam Coal by 4.44 % .
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In Kolkata Port, overall growth was 7.74%. Kolkata Dock System  registered traffic growth of 5.13%. Whereas Haldia Dock Complex  registered a growth of 8.89%.
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Deendayal  Port handled the highest volume of traffic i.e. 38.76 Million tonnes , followed by Paradip with 35.68 Million Tonnes , JNPT with 23.25 Million Tonnes , Visakhapatnam with 21.52 Million Tonnes  and Mumbai with 19.57 Million Tonnes . Together, these five ports handled around 60% of Major Port Traffic.
Commodity-wise percentage share of POL was maximum i.e. 32.53%, followed by Container , Thermal & Steam Coal , Other Misc. Cargo , Coking & Other Coal , Iron Ore & Pellets , Other Liquid , Finished Fertilizer  and FRM .
Ministry of Finance
CGST Bhiwandi Commissionerate busts Rs. 74 Crore fake GST invoice racket
Mumbai, 27 July 2022
Officers of CGST Bhiwandi Commissionerate have busted a fake GST invoice racket, which was used to pass on fake GST Input Tax Credit  of around Rs. 14.4 crore on bogus invoices of Rs 74 Crore. The proprietor of Bswar Industries, who is said to have established this firm was arrested on 24.05.2022. The second person was arrested on 26.07.2022 who was involved in fraudulently opening a current bank account in the name of M/s Bswar Industries pretending to be the proprietor and received the proceeds of fake transactions amounting to Rs.18 crore.
Acting on a specific input, the anti-evasion wing of CGST Bhiwandi Commissionerate initiated an investigation against the firm. During investigation the declared business address was found to non-existent with no trace of any business activity. Investigation also revealed that this firm had fraudulently claimed input tax credit of Rs. 7.20 Crore and passed on input tax credit of Rs. 7.20 Crore.
Bogus invoices of around Rs. 74 Crore were issued for availing and passing on of this tax credit, without any supply or receipt of goods, in gross violation of provisions of the CGST Act, 2017. A network of more than 126 business entities, which are spread across different states and cities including Delhi, Ahmedabad, Rajkot, Mumbai, Thane and Navi Mumbai, is involved in this tax fraud.
Based on material evidence gathered during the investigation and admission of his role in this tax fraud, the accused person was arrested on 26.07.2022 under Section 69 of CGST Act, 2017 for contravention of Section 132 of the CGST Act, 2017. He was produced before the Hon’ble Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate, Esplanade. The Magistrate has remanded him to judicial custody. Further investigation and tax recovery action is under progress.
This case is a part of the special drive launched by the CGST Mumbai Zone against the tax fraudsters and fake ITC networks. This is the 9th arrest by CGST Bhiwandi Commissionerate in last one year.
CGST officers are using data analysis and network analysis tools to identify and trace the potential fraudsters. The CGST officers will intensify this drive against the tax evaders in the coming days.PIB Mumbai | CP/DR
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Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is implementing the scheme of “Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana”
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment is implementing the scheme of “Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana” with the objective to provide the senior citizens, suffering from any of the age related disability/infirmity, with assisted living devices which can restore near normalcy in their bodily functions, overcoming the disability/infirmity manifested such as low vision, hearing impairment, loss of teeth and loco-motor disabilities.
Funds are released to the Artificial Limbs Manufacturing Corporation, a Public Sector Undertaking under the administrative control of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, as a sole implementing agency of the scheme.
The scheme was launched on 01.04.2017 for providing physical aids and assisted-living devices to senior citizens belonging to the Below Poverty Line category. The scheme has been revised in the year 2020-21. After the revision, the assisted-living devices are being provided to the senior citizens belonging to the BPL category and also to the senior citizens with monthly income not more than Rs.15000/-.
All the districts of the country have been selected for implementation of the RVY. The scheme is implemented in two steps in the districts:
- Assessment Camp: In the assessment camp, the ALIMCO identifies the beneficiaries, suffering from the age related disability/infirmity, for required aids & appliances.
- Distribution Camp: The aids & appliances are provided to the identified beneficiaries post assessment camp.
This information was given by Minister of State for Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Sushri Pratima Bhoumik in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
Cabinet approves continuation of Rastriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram Scheme for the Period 2017-18 to 2019-2020
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the continuation of Rastriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram Scheme for the Period 2017-18 to 2019-2020 with budget outlay of Rs.1160 crore as recommended by EFC.
Features:
During 12th FYP period, in rationalization exercise undertaken in consultation with Ministry of Finance and NITI Aayog, the eight schemes were brought under the umbrella scheme of Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram as sub-schemes. This has helped in achieving better synergies between the Schemes and thereby, improves their effectiveness and help in achieving better outcomes with the available resources. The Scheme beneficiaries are the youth in the age-group of 15-29 years, in line with the definition of 'youth' in the National Youth Policy, 2014. In case of programme components specifically meant for the adolescents, the age-group is 10-19 years.
Following are eight sub-schemes under Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram:
- Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan;
- National Youth Corps ;
- National Programme for Youth & Adolescent Development ;
- International Cooperation;
- Youth Hostels ;
- Assistance to Scouting & Guiding Organizations;
- National Discipline Scheme ; and
- National Young Leaders Programme .
Background:
The Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram Scheme is an ongoing Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports and has been continuing since 12th Five Year Plan. The Scheme aims to develop the personality and leadership qualities of the youth and to engage them in nation building activities.
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Prime Minister's Office
CEO NXP Semiconductors meets PM
CEO NXP Semiconductors, Mr. Kurt Sievers met the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi.
In reply to a NXP tweet, the Prime Minister tweeted :
"Happy to have met Mr. Kurt Sievers, the CEO of @NXP and discuss the transformative landscape in the world of semiconductors and innovation. India is emerging as a key force in these sectors, powered by our talented youth."